WebAssembly, sometimes called Wasm, is a portable, low-level binary code instruction format executed in a web browser’s virtual machine (VM). It enables developers to write high-performance code in various languages and runs alongside JavaScript. Developers are embracing WebAssembly for its ability to accelerate complex algorithms, enable gaming and multimedia applications, and provide a secure sandbox environment for running untrusted code.

Supply chain security issues are not exactly new. High-profile attacks, like SolarWinds in 2020, were a big wake-up call for many people because they brought home just how far-reaching and destructive these attacks could be. The threat from supply chain partners remains one of the most significant risks to security beaches. The SANS 2023 Attack and Threat Report found that 40% of breaches in 2022 occurred through supply chain partners.

Email scams known as "CEO Fraud" are very common right now. They are a type of "Business Email Compromise" (BEC). There have been numerous recent cases reported in the media, and we too, are seeing many reports by our customers. One customer described these attacks as 'rampant'. The US FBI recently put the estimate of losses in 2015 associated with BEC frauds in the hundreds of millions of dollars.

An effective third-party risk management (TRPM) program allows organizations to assess potential vulnerabilities and mitigate security risks across their entire ecosystem of vendors and suppliers. If your organization is expanding its third-party ecosystem by relying on partnerships to execute core operations, creating an effective TPRM plan is critical to regulating data risks across your growing attack surface.

GRC programs are often viewed as cost centers. But, they can in fact be profit drivers by contributing to sales acceleration, cost and time savings, and risk reduction. The real question is, how can you prove that to the board? TrustCloud teamed up with ISSA to discuss.

The Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act (VCDPA) was the second comprehensive consumer privacy law passed in the United States. The act followed the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and took effect on January 1, 2023. Commercial organizations that conduct business in Virginia and process consumer data will be the most affected by the VCDPA. Learn how UpGuard’s comprehensive cybersecurity solution can help your business remain compliant>

Scareware is a type of social engineering cyberattack that uses psychological manipulation to trick victims into downloading malware disguised as antivirus software. Cybercriminals trick users with frightening, urgent messages in pop-ups or emails which claim their computer is infected. Continue reading to learn how scareware attacks work, how to avoid falling victim to them and how to remove scareware from your devices.

1st Source Bank is a major financial institution located in Indiana and Michigan. The bank is headquartered in South Bend, Indiana, but there are 81 branches in the two states. Between these branches, there is a large number of employees and hundreds of thousands of customers. Many of those customers lost their personal data thanks to a recent breach.